ASTM B899-18

1.1To promote precise understanding and interpretation of standards, reports, and other technical writings promulgated by Committee B02.

1.2To standardize the terminology used in these documents.

1.3To explain the meanings of technical terms used within these documents for those not conversant with them.

1.4This international standard was developed in accordance with internationally recognized principles on standardization established in the Decision on Principles for the Development of International Standards, Guides and Recommendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.